The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal employment law that provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for certain family and medical reasons. The federal FMLA only covers employees who have worked at least 12 months...
There are times in life when it is necessary for you to step away from your job in order to address personal needs. Perhaps you have a medical condition that requires extensive treatment and a lengthy recovery time. You may need to care for a new baby or adjust after...
After carrying a baby for such a long time, it is normal for new moms to experience hormonal fluctuations and extreme fatigue. A baby’s arrival often means a drastic change in the mother’s daily routines, affecting her work, relationships and emotional well-being. The...
If you or a family member has a medical condition, you may need to take a leave of absence under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). However, if you're experiencing discriminatory treatment from your employer, you may need guidance on what to do next. As an...
Is it time to meet with and hire an FMLA attorney? Thanks to the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the equivalent state and D.C. FMLA laws, eligible employees can take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to care for a sick or injured family member and...
Family or health problems could take up all your time, requiring you to take time off from work. Fortunately, you may be able rely on the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), or the state and local equivalents for smaller employers, to ensure you can return to...
Workers may have to deal with personal or family health issues that may require them to take time off from work. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and its state and local equivalents can allow qualified employees to take this leave and be able to return to...
Employers are responsible for respecting the rights of employees and adhering to federal, state, and local employment laws. However, there may be times when an employee believes the employer’s actions or the employer’s policies violate the employee’s rights. One of...
While weighing their options for employment, individuals may take into consideration the benefits available at each of their prospects. One topic that individuals in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area may want to consider is leave under the Family and Medical...
When you go to work, you have the right to do your job in an environment that is free from harassment and other types of mistreatment. Unfortunately, harassment and discrimination still happen for many reasons, including the exercise of your employee rights. It is...
